US ZIP Code
78414

Corpus Christi, TX

Nueces County  ·  Texas

● Active
👥 51,435 Population ↑ 27% since 2019
💰 $96,788 Median HH Income
▲ 27% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019
🎂 34.1 Median Age
🏠 $271,300 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 32% since 2019
🎓 53.0% College Grads
▲ 37% above avg
📊 3.1% Unemployment
▼ 38% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code78414
CityCorpus Christi
StateTexas (TX)
CountyNueces County
Area Code361
Elevation18 ft
Latitude27.662421
Longitude-97.371535
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS48355
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.3% (26,360) Female 48.8% (25,075) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 35.1%Hispanic: 52%Black: 2.9%Asian: 6.4%Other: 3%Race
White35.1%
Hispanic52.0%
Black2.9%
Asian6.4%
Other3.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
20%
18–24
9%
25–44
32%
45–64
22%
65+
5%

Key Indicators

Median Age34.1 yrs
Avg Household Size2.71
Below Poverty6.2% ▼ 38% below avg
College Grads53.0% ▲ 37% above avg
Unemployment3.1% ▼ 38% below avg
No HS Diploma303 (1%)
HS Graduate5,656 (17.8%)
Some College2,458 (7.8%)
Associates6,493 (20.5%)
Bachelors4,454 (14.1%)
Graduate Degree12,331 (38.9%)

Education

No HS: 1%HS Grad: 17.8%Some College: 7.8%Associates: 20.5%Bachelors: 14.1%Graduate: 38.9%Edu
No HS1.0%
HS Grad17.8%
Some College7.8%
Associates20.5%
Bachelors14.1%
Graduate38.9%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 64.9%Renter: 35.1%Tenure
Owner64.9%
Renter35.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
1%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
12%
$200k–300k
45%
$300k–500k
31%
Over $500k
7%

Financials

Median HH Income$96,788 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019
Median Home Value$271,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 32% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,549/mo ↑ 26% since 2019
Total Units20,121
Vacant Units1,365
Avg HH Size2.71

Income Distribution

Under $25k
8%
$25k–50k
10%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
15%
$100k–150k
23%
$150k–200k
13%
Over $200k
13%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
94%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
22%
15–30 min
61%
30–45 min
11%
Over 45 min
6%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
0%
1940s–1950s
1%
1960s–1970s
7%
1980s–1990s
24%
2000+
68%

Summary

Total Units20,121
Vacant1,365
Owner Occupied64.9%
Renter Occupied35.1%
Avg HH Size2.71
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 78414 is in Corpus Christi, TX, in Nueces County.
ZIP code 78414 is located in Texas (TX).
ZIP code 78414 is in Nueces County, TX.
ZIP 78414 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 78414 is 51,435 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 78414 is $96,788 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 78414 is $271,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 78414

ZIP code 78414 is located in Corpus Christi, Texas, within Nueces County. With a population of 51,435, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 78414 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $96,788 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 78414 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $271,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,549 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.

The population of 78414 is majority Hispanic (52.00%). Residents are well-educated — 53.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 78414 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.

Overall, ZIP code 78414 in Corpus Christi, TX is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 51,435 residents, a median household income of $96,788, and a median home value of $271,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Texas.